Legendary Captain

Chapter 243 Going Abroad Together

"Lian Shanxue? That little girl?" Cheng Guangyu thought for a moment and immediately recognized the name. Previously, the information from the Rongcheng Air Traffic Control Center included the fact that a female pilot from an additional crew had taken over on flight Xingyou 6333. After investigation, it was confirmed that this additional crew member was indeed Lian Shanxue; this was relatively easy to verify.

When Xu Xian heard that Lian Shanxue had woken up, how could he sit still? He threw off the covers, got out of bed, and prepared to go to Lian Shanxue's place.

"Director Cheng! I have to go now, please excuse me!" Xu Xian grabbed a piece of clothing and hurriedly ran outside.

When Xu Xian left, Cheng Guangyu was about to follow, but Feng Guangrong grabbed him.

"Why are you dragging me into this?" Cheng Guangyu frowned. Lian Shanxue was also involved in Star Travel 6333 and had even been in the cockpit, making her extremely valuable to question. How could Cheng Guangyu let her go?

Feng Guangrong was speechless: "What's wrong with your brain?! What are you doing getting involved in this situation, just to be a third wheel?"

"Forget it, it seems a bit awkward to go!" Cheng Guangyu was a bit stubborn, but he wasn't stupid. After Feng Guangrong said that, he understood and stopped worrying about it.

As he spoke, Cheng Guangyu remembered something and looked at Qin Zongyang: "Instructor Qin, is the Star Travel 6333 plane still parked at Xianchi Airport?"

There was a hazardous material leak on Star Travel 6333, so it would definitely take some time for treatment and for the toxic substances to dissipate before it could be inspected. Now that some time has passed since Star Travel 6333 landed, and assuming the biohazard protection department has dealt with the situation to a sufficient extent, he plans to go to the aircraft site once the follow-up members of the investigation team arrive.

Cheng Guangyu's sudden question stumped Qin Zongyang. Ever since the Xingyou 6333 incident, his mind had been entirely focused on Xu Xian's safety, and he hadn't paid any attention to where the plane was.

Seeing that Qin Zongyang was stammering and unable to answer, Cheng Guangyu frowned: "Instructor Qin doesn't know?"

"The plane has been towed to the tarmac at Hamchi Airport. You can go there anytime!" Just then, Wen Jingshu appeared at the door. Despite not having slept all night, Wen Jingshu showed no signs of fatigue on her face, only her eyes were slightly red.

Cheng Guangyu: "And who is this?"

Qin Zongyang quickly introduced, "This is our group's chairperson, Chairperson Wen Jingshu!"

"So she's the head of the Wen Group!" Cheng Guangyu was quite surprised by Wen Jingshu's youth, but only slightly. He had never been particularly fond of people in the business world.

"Both the aircraft involved in this incident and the airport where it landed belong to our group. We will definitely meet any requests from the authorities to cooperate with the investigation," Wen Jingshu said.

Cheng Guangyu laughed and said, "Chairman Wen is still reasonable. This incident happened at the border of the Southwest Bureau and the Central Plains Bureau, and the impact of this incident is extremely large. The scale of the investigation may be the largest in recent years, so the matters involved will definitely be complicated. At that time, we may have to trouble Chairman Wen a lot."

"The most in recent years?" Qin Zongyang's eyelids twitched. Cheng Guangyu's implication was that the Star Travel 6333 incident seemed to have a wider scope than the previous forced landing at Kunyang River.

In Qin Zongyang's eyes, the scale of the investigation into Xu Xian's forced landing at the Kunyang River was already unprecedented. Unexpectedly, the Xingyou 6333 incident surpassed it in such a short time.

It's true that the tree may wish to be still, but the wind will not cease. How come the apprentice he chose on a whim is so "glorious"?

Despite Cheng Guangyu's smiling face, Wen Jingshu knew that Xu Xian's matter had really blown up, and she didn't know what the outcome would be.

"Cooperating with the bureau's investigation is our duty, Director Cheng, please don't be so polite!" Wen Jingshu had an excellent memory for people; she recognized Cheng Guangyu without needing an introduction. Suddenly, Wen Jingshu glanced into the ward and, finding the bed empty, asked in confusion, "Where's Xu Xian?"

In Lianshanxue's hospital ward.

When Xu Xian entered, there was no one else in the ward. He tiptoed to Lian Shanxue's side, hearing her soft breathing.

The light red spots that were originally on Lian Shanxue's face and neck have faded considerably, but there is still a bandage wrapped around Lian Shanxue's eyes.

The doctor had said that Lian Shanxue's most serious problem was her eyes, and everything else was fine. However, the eye problem was what left the doctor somewhat helpless.

The nurse had just said that Lian Shanxue had woken up, so Xu Xian rushed over. But when he arrived, Lian Shanxue's breathing was even and steady; she seemed to have fallen asleep again. Xu Xian hesitated for a moment, glanced at Lian Shanxue quietly for a few moments, and seeing that she was still motionless, assumed she was indeed asleep, so he prepared to leave.

Just as Xu Xian was about to be promoted, Lian Shanxue's gentle voice rang out in the quiet ward: "Xu Xian?"

Xu Xian stiffened, his gaze returning to Lian Shanxue's face: "How did you know it was me?"

Lian Shanxue's delicate nose wrinkled slightly, and the corners of her mouth lifted slightly: "I remember your scent, do you believe me?"

"I'll believe whatever you say!" Xu Xian sighed. At this moment, Lian Shanxue's eyes were covered with gauze, and the eyes are the most expressive part of the face. To be honest, Xu Xian didn't know what state Lian Shanxue was in if he couldn't see her eyes.

He pulled up a chair and sat down. Xu Xian paused for a long time, unsure of where to begin.

Xu Xian remained silent, as did Shan Xue, and the ward fell silent once again.

After pondering for a long time, Xu Xian still couldn't come up with a novel opening line, so he could only ask, "How does it feel?"

"Apart from my eyes feeling a bit uncomfortable, I'm fine." Lian Shanxue turned her head towards Xu Xian, following the direction of the voice, and asked, "How about you?"

"I'm fine." After saying that, there was another silence.

This time, it wasn't Xu Xian who broke the silence; instead, Lian Shanxue spoke first: "I asked the doctors about my condition before, but they all seemed unwilling to tell me. Xu Xian, can you tell me?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Xian's body trembled slightly. He didn't answer Lian Shanxue's question directly, but instead asked in as calm a tone as possible, "Lian Shan, have you ever been abroad?"

Lian Shanxue's smile gradually widened: "No! Do you mean you want to take me abroad?"

Xu Xian's voice turned low: "If you want to."

"But..." Lian Shanxue seemed to remember something, "But... I can't see anything now. Wouldn't it be a waste to go?"

"Being blind is why you need to go out even more!" Xu Xian's voice choked with emotion. He tried desperately to control himself, to keep his tone as normal as ever, but he couldn't. "I...I'll stay with you until you can see the sunrise and sunset."

Wen Jingshu and the others arrived just as they heard the news that Lian Shanxue had woken up. Just as Wen Jingshu was about to open the ward door, she overheard Xu Xian's words.

Wen Jingshu almost lost her balance, but fortunately Yang Ning, who was behind her, reacted quickly and immediately supported her.

"Miss."

Wen Jingshu was completely flustered and pushed Yang Ning away, saying, "Aunt Ning, I'm fine!"

After a moment's hesitation, Wen Jingshu, having recovered somewhat, finally abandoned the idea of ​​opening the door and said to Li Chuan following behind, "Let's go!"

After saying that, Wen Jingshu left directly.

"No... what does this mean?" Li Chuan was a little confused and turned to Yang Ning, asking, "Director Yang, what's the situation with the chairman?"

"Shut up!" Yang Ning, already annoyed, was further irritated by Li Chuan: "Come back later, let's go."

"You're not going in? Why?"

Yang Ning was genuinely annoyed: "Can't you understand human language? Let's go!"

"What do you mean?!" Li Chuan glanced at the ward door, and finally had no choice but to leave with Yang Ning.

In the hospital room, Lian Shanxue's smile gradually faded. She pursed her lips, lost in thought. A short while later, Lian Shanxue said in an extremely calm tone, "I understand."

I know

It was as if she merely knew about it, but it had nothing to do with her.

"Lianshan, I'm sorry." Lianshanxue's words pierced Xu Xian's heart, leaving him almost breathless.

"Why should I say sorry?" Lian Shanxue's voice gradually softened: "You don't need to be sad, this was my own choice."

Xu Xian said regretfully, "But...it's not worth it!"

Lian Shanxue sighed softly: "There is no such thing as whether it is worth it or not, only whether I am willing or not. I am willing, so it is worth it."

Suddenly, Lian Shanxue raised her right hand and groped to touch Xu Xian's cheek: "You don't need to pity me, it only makes me feel pathetic!"

This seemingly gentle girl harbors an incredibly resolute soul.

"So, you're planning to go abroad with that girl?" In a pavilion outside the hospital, only Mei Tingting and Xu Xian were there.

Because Hamchi Airport was temporarily closed, Mei Tingting had to land at Shangdu Airport first and then travel by car to get here, which caused her some delay. However, after her long journey, Mei Tingting went straight to check on Xu Xian's situation as soon as she arrived.

If Xu Xian's condition is alright, she can notify both Xu Jingyang and Huang Ying at the same time. If Xu Xian's condition is still quite dangerous, then she will only notify Huang Ying first, and keep it from Xu Jingyang for the time being.

It must be said that the Wen Group's public relations department is quite capable. Such a big thing as Star Travel 6333 was kept completely under wraps. Apart from the video of the nameless fire in the sky, which was widely circulated but no one knew the details, no other details were revealed.

Mei Tingting had initially thought that the Wen family would ask her for help, but it seems she underestimated Wen Jingshu's abilities.

After confirming that Xu Xian was alright, Mei Tingting felt a little relieved. She casually chatted with Xu Xian about Xingyou 6333, and the conversation eventually turned to Lianshanxue.

Xu Xian nodded: "I bear a lot of responsibility for her becoming like this. If she needs to go abroad for treatment, I will naturally go with her."

"Does that girl from the Wen family know?"

Xu Xian paused for a moment: "I didn't tell her."

Mei Tingting sighed: "Do you understand what going abroad with Lian Shanxie means?"

"I know." Xu Xian pursed his lips. "There's no possibility between Wen Jingshu and me anymore."

"Can you accept this outcome?" Mei Tingting asked. "Or rather, do you like Lian Shanxue?"

Xu Xian paused for a moment: "I just felt I should go with her."

"It seems you don't know either." Mei Tingting shook her head. "Perhaps you just feel guilty towards her, really."

To be honest, these kinds of things are the most complicated. Not to mention the people involved, sometimes even outsiders feel that they can't untangle the mess.

Xu Xian is an extremely emotional person, which is both his strength and his weakness. Lian Shanxue has sacrificed so much for Xu Xian; it's impossible for him to be unmoved. However, Mei Tingting is fairly certain that Xu Xian's feelings for Lian Shanxue are more guilt than love.

If things stay this way, once Lian Shanxue's eyes are healed, the relationship between Xu Xian and Lian Shanxue will likely return to its previous state, perhaps even becoming closer, but it shouldn't undergo any fundamental change.

Mei Tingting felt this way because Wen Jingshu held a special place in Xu Xian's heart. Xu Xian was Wen Jingshu's first love, and Wen Jingshu was also Xu Xian's first love. For an extremely emotional person, especially when the two were almost engaged, barring any major unforeseen circumstances, Xu Xian would ultimately end up with Wen Jingshu.

But now the situation is somewhat different. Lian Shanxue has undoubtedly won Xu Xian's heart, and if Xu Xian goes abroad with her, it's not impossible that, over time, his guilt might gradually turn into love for Lian Shanxue.

She had met Lian Shanxue once, during a dinner party at Huang Ying's house. It must be said that even by Mei Tingting's discerning standards, Lian Shanxue was absolutely a model woman who could grace a formal occasion and cook a delicious meal.

To be honest, if Wen Jingshu hadn't had the advantage of knowing Xu Xian earlier, Xu Xian would probably have already sided with Lian Shanxue. Wen Jingshu's wealth was nothing to be proud of in Xu Xian's eyes. He didn't value it, and naturally, he didn't care about it.

However, as far as Mei Tingting knew, Xu Xian had not established any real relationship with either Wen Jingshu or Lian Shanxue, nor had he even engaged in any intimate acts with either of them. She was quite satisfied with Xu Xian's self-disciplined behavior.

If you're eating what's in your bowl while eyeing what's in the pot, that's a bit much. Xu Xian hasn't even taken a bite yet, so there's no point in criticizing him.

Xu Xian knew what going abroad with Lian Shanxue meant, but the thought of Lian Shanxue receiving treatment alone overseas made him feel incredibly reluctant.

That would be endless troubles

Mei Tingting didn't have any good solutions for the matter between Xu Xian, Lian Shanxue, and Wen Jingshu, so she decided to leave it for the time being and changed the subject: "By the way, since you're alright, I'll contact your parents later?"

"No need!" Xu Xian suddenly said.

Mei Tingting paused for a moment, then immediately understood Xu Xian's intention: "Do you still intend to keep this a secret and pretend nothing happened?"

"Is it okay?" Xu Xian stared at Mei Tingting.

Mei Tingting: "What's the reason?"

"Does not wanting them to object to me continuing to fly count as a reason?"

This incident can hardly be considered a natural disaster; it was entirely a man-made catastrophe. But how many parents care about these things? They only think that flying is too dangerous a profession.

The previous forced landing on the Kunyang River had already made Huang Ying quite dissatisfied with Xu Xian continuing to fly. If he were to hear about the Star Travel 6333 incident, Xu Xian didn't know how his parents would react, or whether he could handle it.

"Aunt Ting, do you think we can keep this a secret?"

Mei Tingting gave Xu Xian a deep look: "I'm afraid I need to think about it carefully."

Due to the Xingyou 6333 incident, Xingyou Aviation headquarters is now in complete chaos. Qin Zongyang, who only exchanged a few words with Xu Xian, had to return to Yunnan first, while Li Chuan stayed behind to handle the aftermath of the wounded.

At this very moment, a large number of personnel from the Southwest Bureau have been stationed at Xingyou Airlines, far exceeding the scale of the previous Kunyang River emergency landing incident. Even the most oblivious person can sense the oppressive atmosphere of impending doom.

Apart from a few people in the company who knew about the Xingyou 6333 incident, most others were unaware of the reason for the Southwest Bureau's large-scale investigation.

Qin Zongyang wanted to stay at the hospital, but the Star Travel headquarters was in complete chaos. Although he had been dismissed from his position as deputy general manager of the flight department, his experience remained, and he definitely needed to go back and contribute. On the other hand, Li Chuan, who was not closely related to the incident, did not have such an urgent need to return.

This time, Qin Zongyang unusually collaborated with Lu Xinyu to handle various matters, big and small, within the company.

"Have you already distributed plane tickets to the families of the wounded?" Qin Zongyang asked.

Lu Xinyu glanced at the documents beside him: "Except for the families of the three people who haven't been contacted yet, the families of the other 163 people, including the crew members, have all been contacted. The company has made all the arrangements for this trip, so there shouldn't be any problems."

Of course, Lu Xinyu's mention of contacting family members did not include Xu Xian and Lian Shanxue; these two were special cases.

Qin Zongyang then said, "Yes! The group's legal department has already sent people down to help resolve any legal issues the families may have. They will try their best to answer all questions to avoid angering the injured family members."

The secrecy surrounding Star Cruises Flight 6333 was handled so well for two main reasons. Firstly, most of the injured were not seriously injured, and their families hadn't reached a point of unacceptable distress. Secondly, Star Cruises did a very good job in communicating with the families. If Star Cruises hadn't demonstrated dedication in its efforts to support the families, some more temperamental relatives would have already started complaining, and the situation wouldn't have been able to be contained.

Just then, a man suddenly entered from outside the door; it was Cao Jinwen, the squadron leader of the flight squadron.

"Old Qin, the police are looking for you outside," Cao Jinwen said anxiously.

"Police?" Qin Zongyang paused, startled, and stopped what he was doing. "What do the police want with me?"

At this moment, even Lu Xinyu on the other side stopped working and looked at Cao Jinwen.

Cao Jinwen asked anxiously, "Didn't you go to Tongtai Chemical earlier? Didn't you beat up that general manager? Now you've come knocking on our door!"

(End of this chapter)